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codyclark

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Glucose metabolism is profoundly affected during pregnancy because:
 
  a. pancreatic function in the islets of Langerhans is affected by pregnancy.
  b. a pregnant woman uses glucose at a more rapid rate than a nonpregnant woman.
  c. a pregnant woman increases her dietary intake significantly.
  d. placental hormones are antagonistic to insulin, resulting in insulin resistance.

Question 2

Which factor is known to increase the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus?
 
  a. Underweight prior to pregnancy
  b. Maternal age less than 25 years
  c. Previous birth of large infant
  d. Previous diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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